Affiliate Author Program

What This Is (and What It Is Not)

The Fables & Filth Affiliate Author Program is a curated partnership, not an open sign-up scheme.

Affiliate Authors are trusted collaborators who:

Understand the festival structure, tone, and expectations
Actively participate in events and promotions
Contribute to festival growth and benefit from it
Represent Fables & Filth professionally and enthusiastically

This is not:

A passive “post a link, get a cut” affiliate program
A one-off promo opportunity
Open to everyone by default

Entry is earned, tiers are unlocked, and benefits scale with contribution.

Fables & Filth Affiliate Author Program

First name

Last name

Author Name

Email

Website

Have you previously participated in a Fables & Filth Book Festival?

Are you currently active in the Fables & Filth Discord community?

Estimated Audience Reach (Newsletter)

Estimated Audience Reach (Social Media)

How do you primarily engage your audience? (Visual posts, Video, Live interaction, Newsletter, Discord / Community, etc)

UNDERSTANDING & ALIGNMENT

In your own words, what do you believe Fables & Filth represents as a brand and community?

Why are you interested in becoming an Affiliate Author rather than a standard participant?

PROMOTION & CONTRIBUTION COMMITMENT

Please confirm your willingness to actively participate:

I agree to promote the Fables & Filth Book Festival prior to and during the event

I understand that promotion includes social posts, stories, and/or newsletter mentions

I agree to use provided affiliate links or tracking methods accurately

I understand that performance contributes to tier progression

PARTICIPATION EXPECTATIONS

Please indicate what you are willing to participate in:

AFFILIATE STRUCTURE ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Please read carefully and confirm your understanding:

I understand this is a tiered affiliate program, not a flat-rate commission system

I understand tiers are earned through verified actions (sign-ups, sales, participation)

I understand that service credits are non-transferable and not redeemable for cash

I understand that tracking relies on proper use of assigned links or codes

CODE OF CONDUCT

Affiliate Authors represent both themselves and Fables & Filth. By applying, you agree to:

Communicate respectfully with staff, authors, and readers

Follow all festival rules and guidelines

Avoid misleading, aggressive, or spam-based promotion

Refrain from behavior that damages the reputation of the festival

I acknowledge this application:

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Affiliate Details

Core Philosophy: Give & Take

Affiliate Authors succeed with Fables & Filth, not off it.

Fables & Filth Provides:

Visibility
Credibility
Marketing support
Discounted services
Long-term collaboration opportunities

Affiliate Authors Provide:

Active promotion
Audience trust and referrals
Festival participation
Community engagement

Growth is tracked, rewarded, and transparent.

Affiliate Structure: Tiered Progression

Affiliate Authors progress through tiers by completing measurable actions tied to Fables & Filth.

Progress Is Earned Through:

Festival sign-ups attributed to them
Anthology purchases attributed to them
Active participation (panels, takeovers, games, Discord presence)
Consistent promotion aligned with festival branding

Tier I — Initiate

Entry by approval only.

Requirements

Prior participation in a Fables & Filth festival or
Demonstrated familiarity with festival rules, tone, and structure
Agreement to Affiliate Code of Conduct
Active promotion of Ink & Intrigue

Benefits

Unique affiliate tracking link
Affiliate badge (Initiate)
Listed on the Affiliate Author Directory
$1 service credit per: Festival sign-up attributed
$5 service credit per: Anthology purchase attributed

Credits apply to:

Marketing services
Graphics
Festival upgrades
Slides, promos, ads, or bundles

Tier II — Conspirator

Unlocked via performance

Requirements

50 verified festival sign-ups
10 anthology purchases
Active participation in at least one festival event

Additional Benefits

Featured book link on Fables & Filth website
Priority access to select promos & bundles
Increased service credit rate (+$1.50 per action)
Early access to future festival opportunities
Conspirator role on Discord
Our PA service package through Serena is half price while you are on Tier 2 or higher.

Credits apply to:

Marketing services
Graphics
Festival upgrades
Slides, promos, ads, or bundles

Tier III — Architect

Invitation-only

Requirements

Consistent contribution across multiple festivals or
Exceptional performance during Fables & Filth Festivals

Additional Benefits

Homepage spotlight rotation
Discounted anthology buy-ins
Custom affiliate graphics & copy
Higher service credit multiplier

Priority consideration for:

Panels
Anthologies
Co-hosted events
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